Differentiation in the classroom means meeting students where they are most capable of learning. It is not an extra layer of work, rather a habit of mind for both teacher and student. Learn granular approaches to infusing differentiation into all of your lesson plans, whether Common Core or other standards, with this hands-on, interactive class. Ideas include visual, audio, podcasts, movies, mind maps, infographics, graphic organizers, charts and tables, screenshots, screencasts, images, games and simulations, webtools, and hybrid assessments.

At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Analyze and critique the technology used to differentiate for student learning styles. INTASC 1
• Explain how differentiating content and presentation engages a greater proportion of learners. INTASC 3
• Construct and implement measures that ensure the outcome of student learning demonstrates understanding. INTASC 1, 6
• Devise a variety of assignments to address all learners’ needs. INTASC 6
• Create an inclusive learning environment in the classroom. INTASC 3
• Integrate and adapt blogs, wikis, Twitter, and Google Hangouts to collaborate and share. INTASC 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10